Life in Ancient Mesoamerica (Peoples of the Ancient World (Paperback))
By Lynn Peppas.
Description
This book is suitable for ages 8-14. Children will love learning the myths and traditions of the ancient peoples of Mesoamerica including how the ancient Mayas believed that they were formed from the flesh of a god who cut off his fingers. Full colour illustrations show ancient Mesoamerican cities, farming societies, and empires. The topics include: The Inca, Aztec, Olmec, Toltec, and Mayan cultures, among others; The importance of animals such as the jaguar in Mesoamerican cultures; War among the ancient Mesoamericans; Architecture, art, and science of the Mesoamerican cultures; The everyd...
ISBN(s)
0778720691, 9780778720690
